Southern Alberta News
Career fair connections help build opportunity
By Alejandra Pulido-Guzman - Lethbridge Herald on May 15th, 2024
LETHBRIDGE HERALDapulido@lethbridgeherald.com Members of the community who were in search of employment had the opportunity to meet with multiple potential employers during a career fair hosted on Tuesday by Team Works Career Centre. Barb Wolstoncroft, manager of Team Works Career Centre, said with close to 60 employers in search of new talent they were hoping ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Village of Stirling celebrating 125th anniversary
By Delon Shurtz - Lethbridge Herald on May 15th, 2024
LETHBRIDGE HERALDdshurtz@lethbridgeherald.com The Village of Stirling isn’t a big community, but after more than a century since its inception, it’s made some pretty big tracks in southern Alberta. The village is celebrating its 125th anniversary this year, and it sounds like it’s going to be one long party. “It’s a huge milestone,” says Scott Donselaar, ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Council votes on bike lane matter
By Lethbridge Herald on May 15th, 2024
City council on Tuesday voted 8-1 to approve recommendations from the Assets and Infrastructure Standing Policy Committee on bike lanes. Those recommendations include one directing City administration to return to an SPC next summer with an update on usage of the downtown bike lanes then return again in September of 2026 with a report on ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Man charged in child sexual assault, porn case set to resolve charges this summer
By Delon Shurtz - Lethbridge Herald on May 15th, 2024
LETHBRIDGE HERALDdshurtz@lethbridgeherald.com A southern Alberta man accused of sexually assaulting a child while in a relationship with the  child’s mother is expected to resolve his charges when his matter returns to court this summer. The man, who cannot be named to protect the identity of the child, is charged with sexual assault, making child pornography, ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!City council approves 2024 tax bylaw
By Lethbridge Herald on May 15th, 2024
It’s almost that time of year again in Lethbridge – to check the mailbox to see property tax bills. On Tuesday, city council unanimously gave second and third readings to the 2024 Municipal Property Tax Bylaw. Property tax rates for 2024 have been set by the City and notices will soon be sent to property ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!College staff offer tips for studying
By Alejandra Pulido-Guzman - Lethbridge Herald on May 15th, 2024
LETHBRIDGE HERALDapulido@lethbridgeherald.com With diploma and final exams quickly approaching for high school students, two college staff members are sharing some helpful study tips and strategies. Jayne Werry, Learning Cafe academic strategist, said she often encounters students who say they do not actually know how to learn and she has been able to guide them in ... Read More »
1 responseIndecent act earns man stint behind bars
By Delon Shurtz - Lethbridge Herald on May 15th, 2024
LETHBRIDGE HERALDdshurtz@lethbridgeherald.com A Pincher Creek man who pulled down his pants at a local business earlier this month has received a three-month jail sentence. Jensen James Fox, 51, received the sentence Tuesday in Lethbridge court of justice where he pleaded guilty to charges of committing an indecent act in public, and breach of probation. Court ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Council calls for update to physician recruitment plan
By Al Beeber - Lethbridge Herald on May 15th, 2024
LETHBRIDGE HERALDabeeber@lethbridgeherald.com Lethbridge city council has unanimously supported an official business motion presented by councillor Jenn Schmidt-Rempel and mayor Blaine Hyggen calling on the City Manager to update the family physician recruitment action plan that was created in 2022. The OBM authorizes Hyggen to write a letter to the provincial health minister advocating for specific ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!New trial to be set in pedestrian fatality case
By Delon Shurtz - Lethbridge Herald on May 14th, 2024
LETHBRIDGE HERALDdshurtz@lethbridgeherald.com A new trial will have to be scheduled for a 33-year-old woman facing charges in relation to a fatal collision with a pedestrian more than a year ago. Bobbi Raquel Whillans was set to stand trial a week ago, but it was adjourned to allow more time for the Crown and defence to ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Sports Fest gives chance to try new activities
By Justin Seward - Lethbridge Herald on May 14th, 2024
Lethbridge Sport Council’s Sport Fest not only was for sport organization to gain exposure in the community, but also for attendees to try activities to see whether or not it would be something they would pick up in the future on Saturday at Servus Sports Centre. “It’s an opportunity for parents ,and individuals and families ... Read More »
Be the first to comment!Trial in shooting case to be rescheduled
By Delon Shurtz - Lethbridge Herald on May 14th, 2024
LETHBRIDGE HERALDdshurtz@lethbridgeherald.com The trial for a Calgary man charged in relation to a shooting in Lethbridge more than two years ago will have to be rescheduled. Bira Jamal Ahmed was set to stand trial from Oct. 28 to Nov. 1 of this year, but it was vacated Monday in Lethbridge Court of King’s Bench after ... Read More »
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